Abundant Aging

Highlights from this week’s conversation include:

• What Lotus is and the technology they are working on (0:49)
• Dhaval’s personal story of wanting to create technology to serve those with mobility issues (4:09)
• How reliability and simplicity can drive innovative technology (8:00)
• The importance of human-centered design (10:27)
• Giving users the product-handshake experience (17:30)
• The challenges of creating technology (23:45)
• Advice for those looking to invent technology in the future (26:15)
• Three questions on aging for Dhaval (29:25)
• Connecting with Dhaval (37:22)

Abundant Aging is a podcast series presented by United Church Homes. These shows offer ideas, information, and inspiration on how to improve our lives as we grow older. To learn more and to subscribe to the show, visit abundantagingpodcast.com. 

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Highlights from this week’s conversation include:

• Barbara’s background as a NaviGuide (0:52)
• How NaviGuides help their communities (1:37)
• Common signs that someone may be in need of elder care (3:53)
• Subtle changes in behaviors or emotions (6:13)
• How to speak to a loved one about needing care (8:55)
• Stepping in with a loved one when they are potentially a danger to themselves (11:32)
• Beginning conversations with loved ones around aging issues (13:01)

Abundant Aging is a podcast series presented by United Church Homes. These shows offer ideas, information, and inspiration on how to improve our lives as we grow older. To learn more and to subscribe to the show, visit abundantagingpodcast.com. 

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Highlights from this week’s conversation include:

• How Kimberly’s experience serving the elderly shaped her career journey (0:45)
• Treatment centers and resources for those with dementia (1:41)
• Serves provided for dementia patients by healthcare facilities (3:24)
• What should families be looking for in the quality of care at these facilities (4:53)
• The importance of person-centered care (5:20)
• Resources to evaluate healthcare facilities (7:51)

Abundant Aging is a podcast series presented by United Church Homes. These shows offer ideas, information, and inspiration on how to improve our lives as we grow older. To learn more and to subscribe to the show, visit abundantagingpodcast.com. 

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Highlights from this week’s conversation include:

• Kimberly’s background in healthcare in working with patients with dementia (1:26)
• Typical behaviors of those with late-stage dementia (3:20)
• The breakdown of the disease and its impact on the brain (5:17)
• Music therapy programs (6:29)
• The importance of your presence (8:23)
• Practical tips to help someone with eating and drinking with dementia (11:33)
• Resources and help for caregivers (16:27)

Abundant Aging is a podcast series presented by United Church Homes. These shows offer ideas, information, and inspiration on how to improve our lives as we grow older. To learn more and to subscribe to the show, visit abundantagingpodcast.com.

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Highlights from this week’s conversation include:

• Kimberly’s background in working with patients with dementia (0:53)
• Signs of dementia in individuals that pose a safety risk (1:54)
• Safety measures to take to reduce the risk (3:52)
• Handling the risk of someone wandering (5:39)
• Keeping someone calm when they feel like they are losing their independence (7:21)
• Resources to help those who are caring for loved ones (9:01)

Abundant Aging is a podcast series presented by United Church Homes. These shows offer ideas, information, and inspiration on how to improve our lives as we grow older. To learn more and to subscribe to the show, visit abundantagingpodcast.com.

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Highlights from this week’s conversation include:

• Kimberly’s background with dementia care (2:11)
• The importance of Adult Protective Services (APS) (4:41)
• How to protect yourself or a loved one with dementia (8:21)
• The importance of advanced directives (9:46)
• Financial exploitation and vulnerability (10:47)
• Encouraging autonomy and normalcy (15:04)
• Resources for protection (16:58)
• Advocating for the vulnerable (17:44)

Abundant Aging is a podcast series presented by United Church Homes. These shows offer ideas, information, and inspiration on how to improve our lives as we grow older. To learn more and to subscribe to the show, visit abundantagingpodcast.com.

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Highlights from this week’s conversation include:

• Kimberly's background in healthcare and working with Alzheimer’s (0:50)
• How quickly does Alzheimer’s typically progress? (2:28)
• Symptoms of early stages of Alzheimer’s (3:46)
• Symptoms in the middle stages of Alzheimer’s (5:48)
• Late stages of Alzheimer’s and the symptoms (6:35)
• Resources and support (8:39)

Abundant Aging is a podcast series presented by United Church Homes. These shows offer ideas, information, and inspiration on how to improve our lives as we grow older. To learn more and to subscribe to the show, visit abundantagingpodcast.com.

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Highlights from this week’s conversation include:

• Cognitive impairment and dementia and the difference between the two (1:27)
• Signs of dementia in your loved ones (3:46)
• The importance of getting a diagnosis and treatment if you see signs of impairment (5:57)
• Support and resources for dementia (9:18)
• Final thoughts and conclusion (11:17)

Abundant Aging is a podcast series presented by United Church Homes. These shows offer ideas, information, and inspiration on how to improve our lives as we grow older. To learn more and to subscribe to the show, visit abundantagingpodcast.com. 

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Highlights from this week’s conversation include:

• Robin’s background in healthcare (0:29)
• Addressing issues and errors with medical billing (1:11)
• Dealing with in-network and out-of-network situations (2:31)
• What does insurance cover if you have a medical need when you are out of the country? (4:06)
• Unexpected charges in billing and how to best address them (5:58)
• Tips for interacting with insurance customer service representatives (7:33) 

Abundant Aging is a podcast series presented by United Church Homes. These shows offer ideas, information, and inspiration on how to improve our lives as we grow older. To learn more and to subscribe to the show, visit abundantagingpodcast.com.

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Highlights from this week’s conversation include:

• Robin’s background in healthcare (0:26)
• Situations that require pre-authorizations (1:29)
• Handling authorizations that are declined by insurance carriers (3:08)
• Resources to help in approvals and authorizations (4:30)

Abundant Aging is a podcast series presented by United Church Homes. These shows offer ideas, information, and inspiration on how to improve our lives as we grow older. To learn more and to subscribe to the show, visit abundantagingpodcast.com. 

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.